Kalkbrenner considered himself a culmination of the 'great school of pianists,' leading him to maintain a detached view of younger generations like Frédéric Chopin.
Composer Biography
Friedrich Kalkbrenner, a gifted pianist, studied composition with Albrechtsberger in Vienna and had personal contact with Haydn and Beethoven.
Critical Reception
Robert Schumann, a contemporary composer and critic, questioned how Kalkbrenner, who focused on mechanical training, could also be an imaginative composer.
Performer Biography
The Linos Ensemble's repertoire spans over 130 works from Bach to Stockhausen and has earned them over 20 critically acclaimed and award-winning CD productions.
Performer Biography
The Linos Ensemble, founded in 1977 by oboist Klaus Becker, has been performing for over 30 years and is known for its success and refreshing interpretations.
Composer Biography
Kalkbrenner increased his financial success by investing in the patent for the 'Chiroplast,' a device designed to control wrist and forearm movement for pianists.
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